Operation Manual

FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

4-2

Rear brake

• Check operation.

• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.

• Check brake pads for wear.

• Replace if necessary.

• Check fluid level in reservoir.

• If necessary, add specified brake fluid to specified level.

• Check hydraulic system for leakage.

6-17, 6-18, 6-18

Throttle grip

• Make sure that operation is smooth.

• Check throttle grip free play.

• If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip free play and lubricate ca-

ble and grip housing.

6-14, 6-20

Wheels and tires

• Check for damage.

• Check tire condition and tread depth.

• Check air pressure.

• Correct if necessary.

6-15, 6-17

Brake levers

• Make sure that operation is smooth.

• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.

6-21

Centerstand

• Make sure that operation is smooth.

• Lubricate pivot if necessary.

6-21

Chassis fasteners

• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.

• Tighten if necessary.

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Instruments, lights, signals

and switches

• Check operation.

• Correct if necessary.

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Battery

• Check fluid level.

• Fill with distilled water if necessary.

6-23

ITEM CHECKS PAGE

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